Eleven months on from the first round of hearings for the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry, Commissioner Hayne’s final report has been released.

Aged Care Royal CommissionSetting the tone for the Aged Care Royal Commission

Last week’s hearings for the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, introduced the leaders of some of Australia’s peak bodies, unions, consumer organisations and the Secretary to the Department, Glenys Beauchamp. In all 26 witnesses were called.

The 2019 Biotechnology Industry Position survey conducted by Ausbiotech and supported by Grant Thornton has revealed that new technologies across regenerative medicine and medicinal cannabis are disrupting the industry, and Australia's global strength in clinical trials continues to drive contributions to the economic and social fabric of the country.

mid-sized business reportManufacturing is critical to our economy – how can we support the sector?

Although the knock-on effects of the Australian automotive industry exiting our country are yet to be fully understood, the industry is evolving, and manufacturing continues to be a major employer and critical to our overall economy.

There is a lot of noise around the property sector at the moment – and it’s not all positive. Prices are down – but this shouldn’t be a surprise when some markets (namely Sydney & Melbourne) saw unprecedented hikes in recent years.

ASX Corporate governance principles and recommendations

Reaching new heights for risk management governance

Principle 7: Recognise and manage risk: provides recommendations in regard to establishing a sound risk management framework and the periodic review of its effectiveness. Failure to recognise or manage risks can adversely impact shareholders and other stakeholders. Good risk management can not only protect but enhance value for stakeholders.

On 27 March 2014, the Australian Securities Exchange Corporate Governance Council (ASX CGC) released the 3rd edition of its ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations. These changes include a shift in how listed entities need to structure their governance and management of risk. The revised recommendations become effective for the entities first full financial year commencing on or after 1 July 2014.